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LANGSTON is Seattle's hub for Black arts & culture; centering Black art, artists and audiences. Our vision is to Cultivate Black Brilliance.
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LANGSTON is a 501(c)(3) non-profit arts organization, established in 2016 to lead programming within the historic Langston Hughes Performing Arts Institute. LANGSTON guides generative programs and community partnerships that center Black art, artists and audiences and honor the ongoing legacy of Seattle’s Black Central Area. We support a variety of enriching programs, across multiple disciplines,

rooted in our mission and values. LANGSTON was conceived and designed by community members to serve as strong stewardship for this African American arts and cultural hub in Seattle. This reflects community recommendations from a three-year stakeholder engagement process led by the Seattle Office of Arts & Culture. Our mission is to strengthen and advance our community through Black arts and culture.

06/18/2026

We’re still raving about Seattle Black Film Festival 2026! What were your favorite moments?
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Whether it was walking the purple carpet, asking questions at Q&As, or making a movie poster (we loved those moments, too), our incredible photographers captured it! 📸
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If you attended SBFF 2026, check your email to download your memories from the 4-day event. To be in community with us, please credit the photographers if you choose to post the pictures.
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Photos 1 & 4 through 7: Lark Peterson (lark peterson photography)
Photos 2, 3, & 8: Ian Kimula (Ian Kimula)
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06/13/2026

We’re out in Seattle & King County next week for Juneteenth!
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On June 19th, 1865, Union troops arrived in Galveston, Texas, and announced that the enslaved African Americans in the state were free. 161 years later, we celebrate our freedom. And we’re excited to celebrate the holiday with you!
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Visit LANGSTON’s table and say hi at the following free Juneteenth events:
- Juneteenth in Kenmore: Wednesday, June 17, 3 to 7 PM at Kenmore Town Square
- NAAM’s “The Sound of Connection”: Friday, June 19, 10 AM to 5 PM at Judkins Park & Northwest African American Museum
- Africatown’s Juneteenth Festival: Friday, June 19, 1 to 8 PM at Jimi Hendrix Park
- Seattle Art Museum’s Celebration: Saturday, June 20, 12 to 4 PM at SAM Downtown
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Will we see you at any of these events? Let us know! ✊🏾💜

Kenmore, WA Ravenna Alki Africatown Seattle, USA SAM
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Photo by Ian Kimula of Double Dutch Divas at Seattle Black Film Festival 2026
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06/12/2026

Meet the LANGSTON Team! 💜
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Ever wondered who’s cultivating Black brilliance for our community? Here they are! We’re also excited to welcome three new staff members to LANGSTON.
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Learn more about the team by swiping through or visiting langstonseattle.org/our-team. We can’t wait to keep making our mission, vision, and values a reality for you! 🌟
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Welcome Our New Staff Members!
- Michael J. Peterson, Director of Operations
- Gabriel Teodros, Director of Programs & Partnerships
- J.R. Lester-Peters, Interim Marketing Director
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The Rest of Our Incredible Team:
- Ebony Arunga, Executive Director
- Taylor Freeman, Programs & Seattle Black Film Festival Manager
- jas L Moultrie, Development & Programs Manager
- Nia Arunga, Community Liaison
- Zari Warden, Digital Marketing Specialist
- Maurice Parker, LANGSTON Archivist
- Adala Makhulo, Seattle Black Film Festival Programming Assistant
- Jarred Isacc, Event Staff
- Heru Coleman, Event Staff
- Tyler Walker, Event Staff
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First photo by Ian Kimula from Seattle Black Film Festival 2026
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06/09/2026

Thank you, Seattle. 💜
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To everyone who joined us for Can I Kick It?!: Black Brilliance in Motion, thank you for helping create such a joyful, powerful day of community, culture, and play. We hope you learned something new, made a connection, kicked a ball, shared a laugh, and felt a little more liberated in the process.
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If you captured photos or videos during the event, be sure to tag us so we can celebrate with you and share your memories.
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Special thanks to our incredible programming partners and collaborators:
Black Arrow FC
African Sports Federation and Academic Program (ASFAP)
CD Forum for Arts and Ideas
DJ Topspin
Community Feed
Seattle Sounders
Gabriel Rapier
And all of our vendors and community partners

Thank you to our sponsors:
King County Metro and Sound Transit
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Additional thanks to Heye Frequency for promotional content and creative production, and to Briaan Barron for program management, creative direction, and marketing leadership.
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And finally, thank you to the entire LANGSTON staff and volunteer team for bringing this vision to life.
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We look forward to you coming back to our cultural home soon!
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Recap video by
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06/04/2026

Are y’all ready to kick it this Sunday? ⚽

Join us for a free, all-ages celebration on June 7, 2026, from 1 to 6 PM, exploring the connections between football (soccer), Black history, culture, and community ahead of Juneteenth.

What you can expect:
- Soccer-themed arts and crafts
- Free soccer balls for the first 40-100 youth who complete a craft!
- Soccer demonstrations
- ASFAP’s documentary screening and Q&A
- Skills demonstrations from ASFAP and Gabriel Rapier AKA Coach G
- Black Arrow FC’s Presentation and Workshop
- An Orca card booth from King County Metro
- Live Music by DJ Topspin
- And more!

RSVP for free, see the event schedule, and learn more by visiting the Eventbrite link in our bio or our website at langstonseattle.org.

Can I Kick It?! is presented by LANGSTON, featuring Black Arrow FC

Presented in partnership with:
City of Seattle Office of Arts & Culture
CD Forum for Arts and Ideas
African Sports Federation & Academic Program
Gabriel Rapier

Sponsored by:
Sound Transit
King County Metro

06/01/2026

Who’s ready to kick it with us this weekend? 👟
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We’re excited to bring Can I Kick It?! to our community thanks to support from our partnerships and sponsors.
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- Black Arrow FC ( ): Creating, cultivating, and expanding Black culture through our love of the beautiful game.
- African Sports Federation & Academic Program ( ): Empowering African youth and young adults in the Seattle area through sports, mentorship, and academic support.
- CD Forum for Arts ( : Empowering Black artists and communities through equitable access, brave spaces, and collective discourse.
- Office of Arts & Culture ( ): Envisioning a city driven by creativity. Engaging in diverse arts and
cultural experiences.
- King County Metro ( ): Providing the best possible public transportation services and improving regional mobility and quality of life in King County.
- SoundTransit (): Offering freedom and flexibility with a reliable, inexpensive, safe, and comfortable alternative to driving.
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Ready to join in on the fun? RSVP using the link in our bio and celebrate Black brilliance in motion with us on Sunday, June 7, from 1 to 6 PM.
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05/29/2026

Looking for more ways to be part of our pre-Juneteenth football (soccer) celebration?

We’re seeking more volunteers to help us make Can I Kick It?! the best experience for our community!
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When: June 7, 2026, from 1 to 6 PM (first volunteer shift starts at 11 AM)
Where: LANGSTON
Roles Available: Set up and tear down, theatre ushers, resource tabling, and support with outdoor activities
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Visit the link in our bio to sign up. We look forward to your support as we celebrate Black Brilliance in Motion ⚽
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With Black Arrow FC ( )
Presented in partnership with City of Seattle Office of Arts & Culture ()
CD Forum for Arts and Ideas ()
African Sports Federation & Academic Program ()
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Sponsored by:
Sound Transit ()
King County Metro ()
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05/27/2026

Join us for an intimate evening of connection, celebration, and conversation.
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The Legacy Builders Friendraiser Reception, a happy-hour-style gathering hosted at Labour Temple, is a chance for LANGSTON’s friends, supporters, and community partners to join us in advance for an intimate evening of connection, celebration, and conversation. We’ll share a preview of the exciting programming and partnerships shaping our Can I Kick It?! celebration, LANGSTON’s all-ages, family-friendly Juneteenth and soccer-themed event.
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When: Thursday, June 4, from 5:30 to 7:30 PM
Where: Labour Temple ()
Free, 21+ event (limited space available). RSVP link in bio.
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Guests will enjoy:
- Light bites and bar service
- Music by DJ Topspin
- Remarks and updates from the LANGSTON team
- A special presentation from Aaron Dolores of Black Arrow FC ( )
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Kick back and unwind after work, connect with fellow supporters, learn more about LANGSTON’s vision for the year ahead, and get a sneak peek at what’s in store for Sunday’s festivities.
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Special thanks to our supporters and partners, including King County Metro () and Labour Temple, for helping make this friendraiser possible.

05/24/2026

Explore the art of improv 🎭
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Join at LANGSTON for Unite: A BIPOC Improv Jam every first Wednesday of the month for a free night of creativity and solidarity.
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Designed for BIPOC individuals of all skill levels to explore the art of improv, come to a welcoming space where no experience is required, just an open mind!
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In this jam, we’ll use classic games and creative exercises to:
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- Support each other’s creative risks.
- Explore storytelling through music, movement, and poetry.
- Celebrate our unique perspectives through spontaneous play.
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Learn more at langstonseattle.org and sign up for free!
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LANGSTON is a Seattle-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit on a mission to strengthen and advance our community through Black arts and culture. 💜
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In partnership and with access support from
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05/22/2026

Alert: We have a paid opportunity for this year’s Seattle Black Nerd Festival! 🚨
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We are looking for two to six (2-6), one (1) hour-long panels and workshops to take place that bring interpretation to this year’s theme, Black Nerd Magic.
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Possible sub-themes for panels and/or workshops include
- Geekiness and Fandom
- Technology
- Storytelling, community, and food
- Supernatural, natural, and magical
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Got a panel, workshop, skill-share, or conversation idea? Submit your proposal using the link in our bio or by visiting langstonseattle.org/sbnf
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Seattle Black Nerd Festival is presented by LANGSTON, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit on a mission to strengthen and advance our community through Black arts and culture. 💜
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With support from
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Address

104 17th Avenue S
Seattle, WA
98144

Telephone

+12063237067

Website

http://langstonseattle.org/, https://linktr.ee/langstonseattle

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